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AI Researcher at well-funded defense tech startup

Are you an expert in LLMs looking to apply your research to mission-critical national security challenges? This well-funded defense tech startup in London is seeking an AI Researcher to build secure, reliable models for real-time intelligence. You will lead the fine-tuning of LLMs for allied defense operations, working at the cutting edge of AI alignment and security. If you are eligible for security clearance and want to see your research translated into high-impact, real-world solutions, this is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing team backed by top-tier venture capital.

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Location

London, United Kingdom

Compensation

Not Disclosed

Company

Confidential company

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Role overview

You will lead the development and fine-tuning of large language models specifically designed for national security and intelligence applications. By bridging advanced AI research with operational hardware and software solutions, you will build secure, reliable systems that provide real-time intelligence for allied defense operations and mission-critical objectives.

About the company

Well-funded defense tech startup

What you will do

  • Design, train, and fine-tune large language models for specialized intelligence and national security data processing.
  • Build scalable and secure AI pipelines to handle sensitive intelligence information with high precision and reliability.
  • Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to translate cutting-edge AI research into deployed operational solutions.

Who this is a fit for

  • Holds an advanced degree (PhD preferred) in AI, Machine Learning, or NLP with significant LLM experience.
  • Proven expertise in applying AI to information retrieval, text analysis, or complex intelligence applications.
  • Must be eligible to obtain national security clearance and have a deep interest in defense technology.

Why this role is remarkable

  • Work on mission-critical AI applications that directly impact global national security and allied defense efforts.
  • Join a well-funded startup backed by top-tier VCs at the intersection of generative AI and aerospace.
  • Opportunity to pioneer high-stakes AI alignment and security protocols in a fast-growing, high-impact sector.

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